January · Rwanda
Best time to visit Kigali in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kigali in January
Average temperature 20°C, 138 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.6/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 138 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Kigali scores 7.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 20°C, 138 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Green hills frame Kigali, with the Genocide Memorial and busy markets near the center.
January in Kigali: strong conditions, 8th of 12
January averages 20°C (68°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
At 138 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 7.6/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? July scores 2.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kigali in January?
- In January, Kigali averages 20°C, 138 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Kigali?
- January earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kigali in January?
- Expect about 138 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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